[English] When it was built in the fall of 1898, the Binet Block stood at the southern end of the business district extending north to King Street. A two-storey log building with a facade of milled lumber, it was typical of commercial structures . . . — — Map (db m49306) HM
The Yukon Saw Mill Company was one of the first to cut timber in the Klondike, registering its first timber lease in March of 1898. At its peak, the company’s machine shop was the largest north of Vancouver, and its lumberyard stretched over three . . . — — Map (db m44761) HM
{English} The Tatshenshini River, known as Shawshe Chu in the Southern Tutchone language, begins in northwestern British Columbia and flows nearly 200 kilometers through the traditional territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations into the . . . — — Map (db m49612) HM
The territorial government contracted the White Pass & Yukon Route (WP&YR) to build a winter road from Whitehorse to Dawson in 1902. The company had the winter mail contract, and used its Royal Mail Service coaches to carry passengers, baggage and . . . — — Map (db m108780) HM
The Northern Tutchone who now live at Pelly Crossing traditionally led a semi-nomadic life in the lower Pelly River area.
When Robert Campbell built Fort Selkirk, the site was already a meeting place for trading with the coastal Tlingit. The . . . — — Map (db m108781) HM
High water on the Stewart River peaks in late May and early June. The water level then declines for the rest of the summer to the point where only sternwheelers with a very shallow draft could navigate its swift current and shifting channels.
In . . . — — Map (db m108782) HM
In 1942, during the construction of the Alaska Highway, the United States Army Corps of Engineers erected mileage posts at their camps that listed places, distances and directions in the Yukon, other Canadian cities, cities within the United . . . — — Map (db m72697) HM
(left marker)
At this site on 1 April 1946
the United States Army
officially handed over
the Alaska Highway and
associated facilities to
the Canadian Army
This plaque is dedicated
to the those who built and cared
for . . . — — Map (db m42832) HM
This immense slab of native copper weighs 2590 pounds or 1175 kilograms. In 1905, prospectors found the copper on the upper White River, 250 miles northwest of Whitehorse. This is the Yukon’s largest copper nugget, possibly a Canadian record. . . . — — Map (db m42727) HM
The Reverend Richard Bowen and his wife, veterans of the Klondike Goldrush arrived here August 1, 1900 at the call of Bishop Bompas. Bowen immediately undertook with volunteer labour to build this church of logs and held his first service on October . . . — — Map (db m42864) HM
English:
The largest vessel ever to ply the Canadian portion of the Yukon River, this sternwheeler was built by the British Yukon Navigation Co. and launched at Whitehorse in 1937 to replace her namesake, which sank the year before. . . . — — Map (db m42699) HM
English:
Built at the time of the Klondike Gold Rush, the 177 km narrow gauge railway was the heart of the Yukon transportation system for over 80 years. Completed in 1900, it linked the tidewater port of Skagway in Alaska with Whitehorse, . . . — — Map (db m42863) HM
The original construction here was the Hall of the Great Buddha of the Temple of Immense Gratitude and Longevity in the Garden of Clear Ripples. It was burned down by the Anglo-French Allied Forces in 1860 and reconstructed on its original site in . . . — — Map (db m53920) HM
In 1986, inspired by the famous scientist Dr. Tsung-Dao Lee’s theory of Relativistic Heavy Ion Collision, the famous Chinese painter, Professor Li Keran created an ink painting masterpiece “Nuclei as Heavy as Bulls, Through Collision Generate . . . — — Map (db m38772) HM
Built in 1886, the hall was a lounge for princes, patriarchs and cabinet ministers when in the Summer Palace to celebrate Empress Dowager Cixi's birthdays. The cultural relics on display here are birthday presents from the princes, patriarchs and . . . — — Map (db m53944) HM
(Chinese text not transcribed)
Jiang Zhongzhen in the Southern Song Dynasty won the Kuiwei Zhuangyuan (title conferred on the one who came first in the highest imperial examination) in the 16th year of Emperor Ningzong of Song Dynasty . . . — — Map (db m246065) HM
(Chinese text not transcribed)
Scenic Area of Huishan Ancient Town covers an area of 3.5 square kilometers, exhibiting more than 200 scenic sites. It has been listed as a national key park as well as National Park and Scenic Site of . . . — — Map (db m246061) HM
A la memoria de
Amelia Alfara Rojas
"Cumpli con mi deber civico emitiendo mi voto por primera vez el dia 30 de julio de 1950."
Municipalidad de San Carlos
English translation:
To the memory of . . . — — Map (db m132539) HM
Centenario de la
fundacion de la comunidad
de San Rafael
18 agosto 1896 - 18 agosto 1996
A: Monseñor Thiel
Por su primera visita a los indigenas malekus.
Diocesis de Ciudad Quesada
Parroquia San Rafael . . . — — Map (db m132536) HM
Croatian:
U Ovoj Kuci Je Živio I Umro
Znameniti Hrvatski Prosvjetitelj,
Preporoditelj, Polihistor I Leksikograf
Bogoslav Šulek
20.IV.1816 - 30.XI.1896
Rodom Slovak Srcem I Dušom Hrvat
Svoj Je Život I . . . — — Map (db m128932) HM
Smatram Svojom Dužnošću・Da Kao
Rodeni Sin Svoje Zemlje Pomognem
Gradu Zagrebu U Svakom Pogledu
Savjetom I Činom - Rekao Je U Ovoj Zgradi
Nikola Tesla
24 Svibnja 1892・Godine
Kad Je . . . — — Map (db m128937) HM
(Croatian:)
Ovdje Je Do G. 1810. Stajala Stara Gradska Vijećnica. G. 1833. Položen Je Temelj Kazalištu I Redutnoj Dvorani.
7. I. 1835. Bila Je Prva Kazališna Predstava Na Je Prva Hrvatska Drama Juran I Sofija: Od Ivana Pl. . . . — — Map (db m128964) HM
Opstillet i 1913
Skænket af Carl Jacobsen til Københavns Kommune.
Inspireret af H.C. Andersens eventyr af samme navn.
"Den Iille Havfrue" blev opstillet den 23, august 1913 som gave fra brygger Carl Jacobsen til Københavns . . . — — Map (db m244230) HM
Navnet betyder Store killed, og det er den
vandregste blandt Roskildes mange kilder. Det
blev udnyttet tilbage i middelalderen, hovr der
var mindst en mølle tilknyttet, ejet af kirken.
I 1645 ved man at Maglekilde kunne trække 5
møller, og det . . . — — Map (db m244094) HM
Carib war, September 19th 1930. Two Caribs died. Dudley John and Royer Frederick, two injured Tilson Bruney and Ferdinand Sanford. Sauteus of Grenada Kioumoue titanyem oubecouyum Santiquet ala eyeti Our father who art in heaven Hallowed be thy . . . — — Map (db m135260) HM
Pottersville By the Pottersville Savannah View of Woodbridge Bay in 1960 prior to the construction of the Deep Water Harbour. Walking distances to various historic sites and landmarks Map, key and emergency information . . . — — Map (db m135343) HM
Anglican Church 1820 A permanent Anglican church was constructed on current site. British government funded the construction of the church for £6,500. It was built in the style of the Regency period which consists of a square, solid stone . . . — — Map (db m135310) HM
David the Goliath The African Baobab Tree (Adansonia digitata) was blown down on the bus during Hurricane David on August 29th 1979. Fortunately the bus was empty at the time. The main stem is now more than 21 ft (6.4 m) in circumference and . . . — — Map (db m135318) HM
Methodist Church
1787 • First Methodist missionary, Dr. Thomas Coke arrived.
It was originally a dwelling house.
1800 • The lot where the church is now was initially leased to Catholics who later converted to Wesleyan . . . — — Map (db m135311) HM
Morne Bruce Garrison The Defence of Roseau Dominica was ceded to Britain by the Treaty of Paris in 1763. To keep the island under her rule, Britain had to defend it from the French. Some small forts were started in 1765. Military engineers . . . — — Map (db m135344) HM
Morne Bruce Garrison North Point Battery Cannon and Signaling Station To get messages up and down the coast, Captain James Bruce organised a line of signal stations. The signals were a combination of gun salutes and flag signals. Each . . . — — Map (db m135345) HM
This monument is a symbol of freedom and emancipation. It is a tribute to all the enslaved Africans who suffered and were executed in the history of Dominica. It honours the Maroons who risked their lives to fight for the emancipation of all. It . . . — — Map (db m94220) HM
Pottersville Was once known as Ballahoo Town and then Lod bor – creole for “the other side”. Was mainly occupied by fishermen, domestics and port workers who worked in Roseau. Pottersville was named after . . . — — Map (db m135316) HM
Roseau Cruise Ship Berth Left: The origins of our main streets are based on footpaths leading to and from the market and landing place at the old harbour. Where you now stand is the site of the old harbour. Below: View of Roseau . . . — — Map (db m135309) HM
Roseau Bayfront Ferry Terminal Roseau Bayfront 1900, at the time it was known as Bay Street. For many years the town was fronted by a wide beach but after a series of hurricanes, sea defence walls were built along the waterfront. . . . — — Map (db m135342) HM
Roseau Cathedral 1730 First started as a 16 x 40 ft solid timber church. This was fashioned after the Kalinago Kabays, consisting of strong posts and woven palm leaves. It was constructed by French lumbermen and peasant farmers. The original . . . — — Map (db m135314) HM
Simon Bolivar Born in Caracas 24th July 1783 Died in Santa Marta 17th December 1830 Liberator of Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru Founder of Bolivia — — Map (db m117234) HM WM
Woodbridge Bay 1777 Woodbridge Bay is named after William Woodbridge, who from 1777, was the owner of Goodwill Estate. 1925 Prior to the construction of the Deep Water Harbour, it was a popular bathing spot lined with private beach huts and a . . . — — Map (db m135259) HM
Dominica In memory of those from Dominica who gave their lives in the Great War 1914-1918 Capt. A. E. Anderson · Capt. C. M. Blandy · Major Geo. W. Carew · Capt. G. Carter · Capt. C. H. Hill · Lieut. H. T. S. Johns · Lieut. F. Johnson · Capt. R. . . . — — Map (db m93900) WM
3000 BC - The first Amerindian people settle in the bay. Les premiers Amérindiens s'installent dans la baie. 1493 - One ship of Columbus fleet on his 2nd Voyage enters the bay and sees dwellings and people. Un navire de la flotte de Christophe . . . — — Map (db m94478) HM
This is the second national park established in Dominica and comprises both land and sea - rich in natural resources and historical features, the area supports a wide range of important activities, including diving, snorkeling, yachting, cruise . . . — — Map (db m94440) HM
Fort Shirley was positioned between the two hills with a direct line of site (sic, sight) to all parts of the garrison and guarding directly over Prince Rupert's Bay and the dock. The land side of the fort was protected by batteries in other . . . — — Map (db m94476) HM
The Guard House, manned at all times, was the nerve centre of the entire garrison. All signals and comings and goings were monitored here. Gun slits faced onto the entrance passage in the event of an invasion. The room behind was the prison or . . . — — Map (db m94499) HM
The officers lived in separate quarters. Some had their families with them, in the married quarters on the slope or down in Roseau as the garrison, close to the swamp, was considered unhealthy. The Commandant live in an elegant house up against the . . . — — Map (db m94500) HM
The Cabrits headland was recognized by the British in the 18th century as a strategic site for a garrison to protect ships anchored in Price Rupert's Bay to collect fresh water and provisions, and for a defence stronghold between French colonies of . . . — — Map (db m94474) HM
During the 18th and early 19th centuries, most of the forest on the Cabrits was cut down to clear land for the garrison. The forest you now see around you dates from after 1854, when the garrison was abandoned. There are also some experimental . . . — — Map (db m94475) HM
The garrison at the Cabrits never saw any action, although the Battle of the Saints, fought between the French and British fleets on 12 April 1782, occurred within sight of the ramparts, and Fort Shirley was the scene of the revolt of the 8th West . . . — — Map (db m94501) HM
Fort Shirley was served by three cisterns that collected water from the roofs and the water catchment platform. If there was threat of an attack, water from the nearby rivers was brought into the fort by oxen cart. Food was purchased from . . . — — Map (db m94502) HM
The Salisbury Declaration of Independence This Monument is in Commemoration of The Declaration To Seek Independence From Great Britain By Honourable Patrick Roland John On Sunday August 29 1976 Unveiled by His Excellency The President Mr. . . . — — Map (db m117231) HM
1923 · 2004
In Honour of: Edward Oliver Le Blanc Statesman Member of the Federal Parliament of the West Indies (1958-1960) Chief Minister and Minister of Finance (1961-1967) Premier of Dominica 1967-1974 The construction of the West Coast Road . . . — — Map (db m94387) HM
G.F. "Betico” Croes
Luchado incansabel pa Aruba su Status Aparte.
Pueblo a honre cu e titulo di "Libertador"
Fought for the right of "Status Aparte” for Aruba
~ autonomous status in the Dutch Kingdom ~
The . . . — — Map (db m119528) HM
J.E. "Juancho" Irausquin
Gran visionario cu a reconoce e importancia di turismo pa Aruba y a cuminsa cu e desaroyo di e industria aki como un di e Aruba su pilarnan principal di nos economia.
Great visionary who . . . — — Map (db m119531) HM
J.H.A. "Shon Henny" Eman
Visionario politico y estatal, ken a inicia e lucha
pa Aruba su separacion for di Antiyas Hulandes.
Political and statutory visionary whom initiatated the fight for Aruba's separation from the . . . — — Map (db m119530) HM
November 16, 1776, the guns of Ft. Oranje returned a salute from an American brigantine, the Andrew Doria, “recognizing” the New American government and flag. The brigantine carried a copy of the Declaration of Independence signed in . . . — — Map (db m210148) HM
Albert Claudius Wathey, simply "Claude" to everyone, was no doubt the most dominant political figure on the island in the last century. The legendary leader was in power for almost 40 years, during which time St. Maarten was transformed from a . . . — — Map (db m40384) HM
The deep roof structures combined with a wood shingle exterior on these buildings typify many of the beautiful and historic homes found in the quaint town of Philipsburg at the turn of the century. Buildings such as these doubled as homes and stores . . . — — Map (db m40498) HM
This building is dedicated to John P.F. Craane, affectionately known as "Boechi." Born November 24,1913. Boechi spent most of his life working on or around boats. His love for boats was greatly influenced by his father, who was a well-known boat . . . — — Map (db m40591) HM
On November 9, 1908, Father B. Gijlswijk of the Roman Catholic Church opened the Sint Rose Hospital on Backstreet. It consisted of 2 tiny wooden houses and it comprised a room for patients, an operating room and space for the doctor. All patients of . . . — — Map (db m13836) HM
In the year 1888 the Roman Catholic Priest Father Stephanus J.J. Niewenhuis passed away and in his last will and testament he left two houses, a plot of land and Ten thousand guilders to the Dominican Nuns of The Netherlands. The money and buildings . . . — — Map (db m227906) HM
The gingerbread surroundings for the Harbor Point Village market stalls are a typical feature of the St. Maarten/ St. Martin homes of the past. Lovingly crafted by hand, often with improvised tools, gingerbread designs took on folk art appeal on . . . — — Map (db m40518) HM
Until it was demolished in 1937, this warehouse building, bearing a remarkable resemblance to a modern-day army barracks, was a home to the Island police force. Police officers stationed on St. Maarten were trained and recruited on the sister island . . . — — Map (db m40644) HM
Vance Theophilus James, known as "Captain David," was born June 20, 1918 in the fishing village of Dieppe Bay, St. Ketts.
After having worked as a cane cutter and fisherman, he first started sailing on the Lady Kate, and later on the inter island . . . — — Map (db m40372) HM
Pieter Stuyvesant was the last Governor of the Dutch colony of New Netherland (now New York), from 1646 until its surrender to the English in 1664. He was born in the Dutch province of Friesland in 1611 or 1612. After studying languages and . . . — — Map (db m40330) HM
Guayaquil el 20 de septiembre de 1908 con el fin de rendir homenaje a la memoria del "Abel Americano". Su altura total es de 8.50 metros, contando con una base principal que contiene 2 placas de bronce hacia los costados y el Escudo del Ecuador . . . — — Map (db m94514) HM WM
Obra: La Dolorosa Material: Mosaico de granito, mármol y piedras coloridas Autor: Taller Al Bagdadhi (35 maestros) Cliente: Fernando L. Benalcázar – Promoción CSG 1983 Origen: Damasco, Siria Ano: 2007 – 2008 Breve reseña de los . . . — — Map (db m97586) HM
El Gobierno Provincial de Pichincha En homenaje a los barrios libertarios de Quito Saluda a la Basilica En nombre de los gloriosos lideres protagonistas de las llamadas guerras de Quito educando la Independencia quienes demostraron que siempre . . . — — Map (db m96056) HM WM
Historia: Apastepeque es un pueblo de Historias y leyendas, un pueblo de bellezas y tradiciones por descubrir. Apastepeque, ciudad precolombina de origen yaqui o pipil, contenía 2 pueblos. En un inicio Apastepeque se dividía en 2 pueblo: . . . — — Map (db m95054) HM
Construido en el periodo del excelentisimo Señor Presidente de la Republica
Dr. Armando Calderon Sol 1994-1999
Ministro de Obras Públicas Arq. Roberto Bará
Osequeda Viceministro de Obras Públicas Ing. Wilfredo Rosales
Longitud . . . — — Map (db m95055) HM
El Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y el Arte
CONCULTURA
Nomina al
Museo del Parque Arqueológico Tazumal:
“Doctor Stanley H. Boggs”
Como reconocimiento por su valioso aporte en la investigación
arqueológica . . . — — Map (db m86195) HM
En homenaje a la apertura del III centenario
De la romeria de Jesús de los Milagros
1794 – 1995
En nombre del pueblo coatepequeno
Parroco Pbro. Jose David Magana
Vicario Pbro. Guadalupe Moan Tobar
English . . . — — Map (db m82542) HM
Conmemorando los
200 años del Primer Grito de Independencia
Centroamericana…
Plasmamos un
reconocimiento
en Metapán a los y las patriotas reconocidos
históricamente y a los aun anónimos que participaron
en el movimiento . . . — — Map (db m88420) HM WM
Estado de El Salvador America Central -XV-IX-MDCCCXXI- Distrito de Metapan Depto de Santa Ana -XV-IX-MCMXXI- La Ciudad de Metapan Consagra este recuerdo en Celebracion del Centenario de la Independencia Nacional --- --- En tan memorable . . . — — Map (db m88388) HM
Jaguares: Simbolo de Fortaleza y destreza de los indigenas, ahora de nuestro municipio. Cañones obtenidos en batalla librada en Metapan en el año de 1903 contra el ejército de Guatemala forman el barandal de nuestro portal. Fronton . . . — — Map (db m88958) HM
Templo Colonial
Construido en 1743 Restaurado en 1969 por Cemento de El Salvador, S.A. a iniciativas de los Padres Franciscanos Capuchinos. El pueblo metapaneco en gratitud. English translation:
Colonial Temple . . . — — Map (db m88412) HM
Homenaje del pueblo santaneco
al ingeniero
Don Aurelio Fuertes
Autor de los planos y Director
de los trabajos
de esta S.I. Catedral
enero 21 1906 1956
English translation:
Tribute from the people of . . . — — Map (db m80225) HM
Homenaje postumo
a Don
David Granadino
Compositor del vals
Bajo el Almendro
1923
Nacio 13 junio 1876
Fallecio 22 agosto 1933
Club Rotario de Santa Ana 1986
English translation:
Posthumous tribute to . . . — — Map (db m80228) HM
El Gobierno de la República de El Salvador
Presidido por el excelentísimo Señor Presidente
Doctor Armando Calderón Sol
A traves del despacho de la Primera Dama
Licenciada Elizabeth A. de Calderón Sol
En coordinación con el . . . — — Map (db m83911) HM
Al ilustre patricio Doctor Manuel Enrique Araujo 12 de octubre 1865-1965 Homenaje de la Asamblea Legislativa English translation: To the illustrious patrician Doctor Manuel Enrique Araujo October 12 1865-1965 . . . — — Map (db m95059) HM
Alberto Masferrer Humanista insigne y maestro meritísimo Homenaje de la Facultad de Humanidades en el centenario de su nacimiento 1968 English translation: Alberto Masferrer Distinguished humanist and the best of . . . — — Map (db m95208) HM
Construido en el periodo Mayo 1997 – Mayo 2000
Inaugurado por el excelentisimo Señor Presidente de la Republica
Lic. Francisco Flores 1999-2004
Ministro de Obras Publicas, Lic. Jose Angel Quiros Noltenius
Viceministro de . . . — — Map (db m83150) HM
El pueblo de Santiago de María como imperecedera gratitud al insigne ex-Presidente y estadista Mariscal Don Santiago González bajo cuyos auspicios se dio titulo de pueblo con el nombre actual a esta ciudad conocida entonces como . . . — — Map (db m94813) HM
Welcome to Grand Etang Forest Reserve The Grand Etang Forest Reserve was established in 1906 and covers an area of 3,816 acres (1,600 hectares). Within the reserve lies the source of the largest river on the island, the Great River which . . . — — Map (db m135233) HM
This plaque expresses the gratitude of the Grenadian people to the forces from the United States of America and the Caribbean, especially those who sacrificed their lives in liberating Grenada on 25 October 1983. It was dedicated by President Ronald . . . — — Map (db m134953) WM
Welcome to Fort Frederick – one of the few forts in the world which has never fired a shot in anger. It was built by the French, who had wrested the island from the British in 1779. The French realized that had such fortifications existed at the . . . — — Map (db m135228) HM
In the Bowels of the Fort This fort has a maze of underground tunnels and passageways, plus an extensive waterworks system. Look at the size of the stones. These tunnels offered an easy means of underground communication, allowing soldiers . . . — — Map (db m135229) HM
While the museum’s structure is, indeed, an historic artifact, the museum’s collection offers a variety of objects emphasizing the island’s past. Relics from native Indian populations provide a glimpse into early history while flora and fauna . . . — — Map (db m135193) HM
This corner stone was laid by the President of the Grenada Seamen and Waterfront Workers’ Union Bro. Arthur Ramsay on the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of the Union on the 1st. May 1977. — — Map (db m135182) HM
Historic Sedan Chair Portico This portico is the actual front entrance of this building for sedan chairs. In the 19th century, during early British colonial rule in Grenada, the sedan chair was a major mode of transportation used by the free . . . — — Map (db m135206) HM
Marryshow House This structure was once the home of T. Albert Marryshow, better known as The “Father of the Federation.” This West Indian statesman promoted the formation of one nation from all of the West Indies. Aside from its . . . — — Map (db m135227) HM
Port Louis (1650) Grenada’s First Town On June 20th 1650 the French colonist led by Du Parquet, Governor of Martinique landed in this area and set up the first town which was called Port Louis. Project by: Kids Learning Center Sponsored by: . . . — — Map (db m135180) HM
Roman Catholic Cathedral Located on Upper Church Street, this church reflects several dates of construction. The tower, constructed in 1818, is the oldest part of the building. The remaining portion was built in 1884 on the site of an 1804 . . . — — Map (db m135225) HM
Sedan Porches These porches were popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries when sedan chairs were a form of transportation. The porches, open on two sides, would shelter passengers from bad weather when they were embarking or . . . — — Map (db m135205) HM
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Kirk Popularly known as the Scots’ Kirk, this structure sits at the end of the Church Street. It was constructed in 1831 with assistance from the Freemasons. Two features for which the church is well known are its . . . — — Map (db m135203) HM
Although not located on Church Street, this structure has the distinction of being the oldest original church building in St. George's parish. It was constructed in 1820 and is still in use today. This brick structure, with simple brick buttresses . . . — — Map (db m94081) HM
Antilles Hotel This structure, one of Grenada’s oldest, is in part one of the former French military barracks constructed in 1704. From 1767 to 1880 the British used portions for a prison. Shortly after, the upper floors became the island’s . . . — — Map (db m135201) HM
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